Minerals Technologies Inc (MTX)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
$66.98
+0.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.10B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$328.97
+2.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 1037% more annual revenue ($24.41B vs $2.15B). SHW leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -3.1%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.12. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
MTX
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
SHW
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.9%
Fair Value
$85.19
Current Price
$66.98
$18.21 discount
Margin of Safety
+3.1%
Fair Value
$330.61
Current Price
$328.97
$1.64 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 28.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 20.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTX
The strongest argument for MTX centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MTX
The primary concerns for MTX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTX profiles as a turnaround stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (60/100 vs 45/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Minerals Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Minerals Technologies Inc. develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty mineral, synthetic mineral and mineral products, and supporting systems and services. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Sherwin-Williams Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sherwin Williams Company is a Cleveland, Ohio based company in the paint and coating manufacturing industry. The company primarily engages in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, floorcoverings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers primarily in North and South America and Europe.
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